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Writer-director Sam Hayes and actor-filmmaker Michael Vlamis break down the making and unconventional release of Pools, a coming-of-age film built around an overnight pool-hopping adventure. They discuss the logistical challenges of shooting underwater on an indie schedule, building an ensemble cast around specific actors, and why traditional distribution offers pushed the team toward a hands-on grassroots strategy. Sam explains how pool-party premieres, years of networking, and a wine-fueled cold email helped Pools find a new audience through the Letterboxd Video Store, while Michael compares the scrappy production of Pools with working on Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. They also share lessons on preserving release momentum, budgeting for marketing, navigating film festivals, and finding an audience when streamers are not an option. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins, Sam Hayes, and Michael Vlamis discuss... How the image of a glowing pool at night became the foundation for Pools Writing characters with specific actors like Michael Vlamis, Odessa A'zion, and Tyler Alvarez in mind Building chemistry within an ensemble cast on a limited indie prep schedule The complications of filming overnight pool scenes and shooting underwater How a breath coach helped Odessa A'zion increase her underwater breath hold from roughly 15 seconds to a minute and a half Why Sam turned down disappointing traditional distribution offers and pursued a more hands-on service deal Creating pool-party premieres that made screenings feel like events rather than another movie release How Sam became a top 0.01% Partiful user while organizing approximately 25 promotional events Why filmmakers need to actively build relationships with festival programmers, distributors, critics, and other members of the indie film community The mistake of delaying Pools' TVOD release in hopes of benefiting from the attention around Odessa A'zion's other projects Why maintaining momentum and giving audiences an immediate way to watch a film matters after theatrical release How the crowded TVOD marketplace makes discoverability especially difficult for independent movies The wine-fueled cold email Sam wrote to Letterboxd after feeling like the film was running out of distribution options Why Letterboxd's curated Video Store offered Pools a way to stand apart from algorithm-driven platforms How the film's Letterboxd rating improved as more viewers discovered it Michael's experience moving between Pools, his indie feature Crossword, and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Why a giant production can still feel surprisingly scrappy and responsive on set The difference between a film's production budget and the marketing budget needed to actually break through Why indie filmmakers cannot build their entire distribution strategy around getting acquired by a major streamer How real-world relationships can turn previous distribution passes into new opportunities Why Sam recommends budgeting for marketing before production begins The danger of submitting a rough cut to major film festivals before the movie is truly ready Michael's approach to finding grounded comedy without forcing jokes or overthinking a performance Memorable Quotes: “You need something fun, especially for an indie movie, to, like, build community around the film and with each other and make it about more than just the movie itself.” “As soon as the people start watching the movie, you want people to be able to see the movie.” “You can't rely on it. You have to find ways to, like, find your own audience with an indie film.” “Build in a marketing budget before you shoot. Like, have that be a part of the money that you raise.” Guests: Sam Hayes Michael Vlamis Resources: Pools on Letterboxd Rent Pools on the Letterboxd Video Store Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram

Episode 2024  Brought to you by our incredible sponsor:Lucy: Save 20% on your first online Lucy order at lucy.co/HARDFACTOR with promo code HARDFACTOR! 00:00:00 Timestamps 00:01:00 RIP to Dolly Parton 00:07:05 We are one step closer to Wes' Shacks becoming a reality 00:22:00 The owner of the 49ers was busted for getting a prostitute at a trailer park 00:32:00 Update on the Harvard morgue that was selling body parts 00:36:30 New pooping in pools trend, “The Brown Challenge”  is sweeping Spain 00:40:30 The USA & Canada trade war is heating up!  For more head over to patreon.com/hardfactor for weekly bonus episodes and most importantly HAGFD! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're taking you inside our hosted trip to the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando and sharing why this resort can be a destination all on its own. We talk about the rooms and Disney fireworks views, the incredible pool and family-friendly activities, dining options, and all the included amenities around the property. Plus, we share how close it is to Disney Springs and the theme parks, who we think this hotel is best for, and whether we'd stay again.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction 01:57 First impressions and lobby 04:00 Rooms and fireworks views 07:57 Pools and family activities 14:57 Dining and breakfast 20:00 Resort activities and amenities 23:50 Disney Springs and nearby options 27:54 Overall impressionsMentioned in this Episode:Comfrt.com 15% OFFFind Us On Online:Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel NewsletterMary Ellen | JoFacebook GroupAffiliate Links:Rakuten- Mary Ellen (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS)Rakuten- Joanna (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS)CardpointersHalara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off)Our Favorite Credit CardsWe may receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards

Vacuuming shouldn't be the task that wrecks your whole pool service route, but for a lot of pool pros it's the biggest hidden time sink. We walk through the fastest way to vacuum a pool based on real-world service conditions, from dusty pools that demand deeper cleanup to neighborhoods where suction side cleaners handle most of the daily dirt. We also talk about a simple but powerful move for your service agreement: “vacuum when necessary,” and how that one line can change expectations, protect your time, and still deliver a clean, professional result.We get specific about methods. Manual vacuuming with a hose to the skimmer is still the most thorough option, but it's also the slowest and easiest to bog down with clogs from leaves and acorns. If your accounts already have an automatic pool cleaner, spot vacuuming becomes the faster play and we explain how to do it using the existing cleaner hoses, plus the drawbacks like reduced suction and hoses popping off. From there, we move into dedicated pool vacuum systems like the Bottom Feeder, Hammerhead, Riptide, and plug-in alternatives like the Vac Daddy, including what actually happens when you rely on vacuum bags to catch dirt.Fine dirt is where most “fast” vacuuming falls apart, so we break down micron bag choices (60, 75, 100 and beyond), why a pool can look good and then show dirt again two hours later, and how a cartridge filter assembly can vacuum to a much finer level for that polished finish. We also call out popular “shortcuts” like brushing everything to the deep end or main drain and why they usually fail in practice. If you want faster cleanings without sacrificing quality, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a pool tech friend, and leave a review so more pros can find the show.We break down the fastest ways to vacuum a pool without leaving behind fine dirt or creating callbacks on a busy pool service route. We compare manual vacuuming, spot vacuuming with cleaner hoses, and pro vacuum systems so you can choose the right method for your service area, staffing, and customer expectations.  • using “vacuum when necessary” in a service agreement to reduce wasted time  • why customers equate vacuuming with visible work  • why manual vacuum hose to skimmer is effective but slow  • spot vacuuming by converting automatic cleaner hoses  • when it makes sense to invest in Bottom Feeder, Hammerhead, Riptide, Vac Daddy  • choosing micron bags and why fine dirt returns after vacuuming  • how a cartridge filter assembly captures finer dirt  • why brushing to the deep end or main drain does not save time  • recommending more reliable “bulletproof” automatic cleaners for full coverage  Join the pool guy coaching program. Learn more at swimmingpoollearning.com. If you're interested in my coaching program, you can learn more at poolguidecoaching.com.  Send us Fan MailSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA  REWARDS Apphttps://hasa.com/hasa-appThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBA Support the showThanks for listening, and I hope you find the Podcast helpful! For other free resources to further help you:Visit my Website: https://www.swimmingpoollearning.comWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SPLPodcast Site: https://the-pool-guy-podcast-show.onpodium.com/UPA General Liability Insurance Application: https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching GroupJoin an exclusive network of Pool Service Technicians to access the industry's leading commercial general liability insurance program. Protect your business.Premium is $64 per month per member (additional $40 for employees and ICs)$59 per month for Pool Guy coaching Members - join here! https://www.patreon.com/poolguycoachingLimits are $1,000,000 in occurrence and $2,000,000 in the aggregate - Per member limits     [ $1,000,000 per occurrence and $4,000,000 aggregate available for $75 per month ]$50,000 in HazMat Coverage - clean up on-site or over-the-roadAcid Wash Coverage - Full Limits

Get an Israel Dog Tag Necklace → https://israelguys.link/dogtag-T6R  An incredibly exciting development is happening in Judea and Samaria, opening one of the most significant and historic biblical sites for a long time - Solomon's pools, one of the likely sources for water in the Temple of Solomon, is being opened to the public! This not only flies in the face of those who wish to create a Palestinian state, but it also contradicts the alternate location theory proponents, who have been claiming for years that Solomon's Temple was not on the Temple Mount, but rather, somewhere else. Luke Hilton breaks it down for you here on today's video.  You can watch our film on the real location of the Temple Mount here!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBa1MAIxAMo&list=PLwxvJgX7OG31Gare8H9vXuHgmsVHwkCEC&index=7  Source Links: Ministry orders Hebron site closure preparations https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/431969 Funding crisis threatens Tomb of Patriarchs https://worldisraelnews.com/funding-dispute-may-close-down-hebrons-tomb-of-the-patriarchs/ Court releases funds, easing closure threat https://jewishbreakingnews.com/israels-high-court-releases-nis-78-million-after-funding-freeze-threatened-to-close-tomb-of-the-patriarchs-and-125-holy-sites/ Solomon's Pools open for organized tours https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/432036 Analysis of Solomon's Pools preservation dispute https://jcfa.org/solomons-pools-how-the-palestinian-authority-neglected-a-historical-treasure/  #IsraelWar #BiblicalSites #Archeology #PalestinianState #Settlers #Israelnews #Trump #Bibi #Netanyahu #Gaza   

Adam Gilchrist discusses the US-Canada trade war, efforts to turn volcanic lava into building material in Iceland, and the disturbing "brown challenge" closing swimming pools across Spain. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Gilchrist discusses the US-Canada trade war, efforts to turn volcanic lava into building material in Iceland, and the disturbing "brown challenge" closing swimming pools across Spain. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Carroll joins Jack & Davo to give you the latest low-down on all things HUFC. Pools have had a strong start to the campaign, picking up 6 points out of a possible 9. They all stress the importance of having patience as things are still a work in progress on some fronts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What would it take to reopen a 2,000-year-old water system that's sat behind a line since Oslo?That's the question behind the final episode of our Border series.Fifteen minutes south of Jerusalem, in the town of Efrat, a group gathers that doesn't come together often: a Member of Knesset, IDF officers, a rabbi, the mayor, a filmmaker - pulled together in under 48 hours to walk into Solomon's Pools.Together, we trace the pools back to the Book of Ruth, stand where an Iranian missile struck just over a mile away, and hear how a mapping decision during Oslo quietly put a biblical landmark out of reach. The conversation moves from Bethlehem's disappearing Christian community to a restoration vision that could open this site back up - and to a Member of Knesset's case for why it matters now.Beyond the border in Syria. Along the border in Gaza. Within the border, here in Efrat. This is the one that goes inside.Key TakeawaysWhy Solomon's Pools have sat inaccessible since the Oslo Accords.How the pools connect to the Book of Ruth and Solomon's own vision for the Temple.What happened a mile from this site during the April 2024 Iranian missile attack.The mapping decision that put a biblical landmark on the wrong side of a line.Why Bethlehem's Christian community is disappearing under PA rule.What a real restoration of the site would take - and what it would cost.A sitting Member of Knesset's case for sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.Chapter Markers 00:00 – The group gathers in Efrat 04:26 – Walking in: the Book of Ruth and Solomon's vision 10:56 – Inside Ohad Tal's home, the Iranian missile strike 14:58 – The Oslo mapping mistake 17:43 – Bethlehem's vanishing Christians 22:54 – Meet Lt. Col. Maurice Hirst 25:06 – Why the site is neglected - and dangerous 32:00 – The restoration vision and the budget 38:40 – MK Ohad Tal's case for sovereignty 42:32 – Closing reflection: "God Shall Be One"Visit thejewishroad.com to watch the rest of the Borderlines series and more episodes filmed throughout Israel that uncover the Jewish context of Scripture and the land.If you've ever wanted to walk this ground yourself, learn more about upcoming Jewish Road tours to Israel and experience these places firsthand with teaching that connects the geography, history, and message of God's Word.

The hosts discuss confusion caused by Microsoft's email warning that Publisher will end in October 2026 and urging users to convert files to PDF. Jerry shares how he's been using AI—especially Claude (and sometimes ChatGPT)—to speed up IT work: creating an Addigy printer pool by assigning static IPs to flaky Brother network printers, analyzing Mac logs with Claude to find a runaway Chrome render process causing memory pressure, and using the Quitter app to auto-quit Chrome as a workaround for battery and performance issues. He also describes fixing a weak UniFi doorbell connection by creating a 2.4GHz-only SSID and broadcasting it on multiple access points. The conversation broadens to AI guardrails, environmental and economic concerns, and social impacts. They cover security-minded IoT network segmentation, Sonos reliability, a client scare about entering a Mac password prompted by Touch ID autofill in private browsing, RingCentral sidebar customization, presbyopia eye drops, and phone accessory tips including ESR screen protectors, Spigen cases, camera lens vulnerability, battery health, and pros/cons of Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program.   00:00 Podcast Kickoff Banter 00:19 Microsoft Publisher Panic 01:39 AI Fixes Printer Deployments 04:19 Claude Reads Mac Logs 05:53 Quitter App Chrome Workaround 08:14 AI Ethics and Guardrails 12:07 AI Economy Bubble Talk 16:03 UniFi Doorbell WiFi Fix 20:23 IoT Networks and VLAN Trust 25:00 Sonos Reliability Updates 28:12 Experian Password Scare 30:06 Touch ID Prompts Confuse Users 32:00 V-Neck and Beard Side Chat 32:18 Beard and Shirt Banter 32:54 Eye Drops for Presbyopia 35:23 Screen Reflections on Calls 37:11 RingCentral Sidebar Hack 39:21 Best Budget Screen Protectors 41:58 Do You Even Need Protectors 44:27 Cracked Camera Lens Mystery 47:06 Battery Health and Upgrade Temptation 52:07 iPhone Upgrade Program Debate 57:54 Wrap Up and Sign Off

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Dinosaur bones and taxidermied animals get most of the attention at the Natural History Museum in LA County. But researchers are excited about a new collection that could have big implications for monitoring climate change.  Reporter: Lucas Brady Woods, LAist The U.S. Department of Justice says California is failing to protect incarcerated women from sexual abuse and harassment by prison staff. Reporter: Madi Bolanos, The California Report Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Wasser ist ein grosses Thema in der kleinen Gemeinde Grimisuat im Schweizer Kanton Wallis. Das merkt "NZZ am Sonntag"-Reporterin Gina Bachmann bei ihrem Besuch schnell. Vor allem fehlendes Wasser ist ein Thema. Denn die Gemeinde hat keine eigene Wasserquelle und keine Grundwasserversorgung. Egal ob Trinkwasser, Wasser für die Pools, die Rebberge oder die Felder - alles muss herbeigeschafft und in einem Reservoir gespeichert werden. Der Gemeindepräsident Raphaël Vuigner hat mit seinem Team berechnet, für wie viele Menschen das Reservoir reicht. Nur so viele sollen langfristig in Grimisuat leben dürfen. Ob das rechtlich möglich ist, was die Menschen in Grimisuat dazu sagen und ob dieser Vorstoss etwas mit der Schweizer 10-Millionen-Initiative zu tun hat, erfährst du in dieser Folge von «NZZ Akzent». Gast: Gina Bachmann, NZZaS-Reporterin Host: Sarah Ziegler Produktion: Benjamin Gysler Redaktion: Dominik Schottner [Exklusiv für dich als Podcast-Fan: 7 Tage NZZ-Digitalabo geschenkt. Unverbindlich testen. ](https://probeabo.nzz.ch/podcast?utm_source=shownotes&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=0726_NZZCH_Podcast) Fotos von Ginas Ortsbesuch und ihre ganze [Reportage](https://www.nzz.ch/schweiz/das-walliser-dorf-grimisuat-deckelt-sein-bevoelkerungswachstum-weil-das-wasser-knapp-ist-kommt-die-10-millionen-schweiz-nun-von-unten-ld.10016534) findest du in der NZZ.

New state tax credits are now available for first time electric vehicle buyers. We'll tell you about a new science project tracking climate change using California's tidal pools. And Phoebe Bridgers is giving SoCal fans a unique way to hear her newest album at an Orange County planetarium. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

If you love bodily functions, this is the show for you! Pelvic floors, peeing in pools - we've got it all! It's Luttsy's show from Eugene and Nick has learned a fun fact about a Brisbane hospital. ON TODAY'S SHOW!1. Introduction2. Our Coffee Machine is Broken3. Luttsy's Athletics Wrap-Up4. Is Travis Kelce a Country Star?5. Nova's Try Hero6. Susie Loves a Bubbler7. The Wesley Hospital's Fun Alert8. Smarter Than Suse9. Does Susie O'Neill Pee in Pools?10. Producer's Press Conference “It makes your perineum quite rigid” - Luttsy Love what you hear? Listen live on the Nova Player, message us anytime via our text line on +61 457 61 1069 and follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The HSE have issued the country's first ever national clinical practice guideline on the use of birthing pools. It includes standards for the care of women using a birthing pool during labour or birth. Anton discusses this further with Dr Peter Boylan, Former Master, National Maternity Hospital.

#167 - Het is weer zaterdag, maar het thema is woensdag! De dag van Wodan, loonsverhoging én de dood van Elvis. Marc-Marie plukt op slippers levensgevaarlijk zijn vijgenboom leeg, Isa blijkt Pools te zijn en misschien wel familie van Malgosia. Over B&B Vol Liefde gesproken, er moeten héél wat mannen op de platte kar.

UWM reported a mixed second quarter, with lower loan volume, a significant net loss, and a suspended dividend offset by a record $2.05 billion capital raise to strengthen its balance sheet, while management remains focused on competitive pricing and long-term positioning despite ongoing criticism. Robbie interviews Mortgage Solutions Financial's Dawn Dawson on modern mortgage marketing. And the podcast closes with why Treasuries extended their rally as weak ADP hiring data, mixed global economic signals, and falling oil prices reinforced safe-haven demand ahead of Friday's payrolls report, while broader labor market trends and continued growth in Ginnie Mae custom pools highlighted deeper structural shifts in employment and mortgage markets.Thank you to Figure. Figure is shaking up the lending world with their five-day HELOC, offering borrower approvals in as little as five minutes and funding in five days. Figure has hundreds of partners in the Banking, Credit Union, Home Improvement, and of course, IMB space embedding their technology. Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.

Send us Fan MailLet's Talk About Pools – Live Episode | August 4, 2026In this live episode, we discuss three important topics every pool professional should know. We cover Cyclospora and why staying informed about public health issues matters, review lightning safety and when pools should be cleared during thunderstorms, and explain why total alkalinity is one of the most important water balance parameters for maintaining safe, stable, and properly sanitized pool water.Join us for practical tips, industry insights, and education to help you become a better pool professional.Strategic Podcast Sponsor:  Pool Brain

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth talk about a world record set at 14,115 feet, new information that was released about the wildland firefighter deaths, a bear spotted eating a bear (and numbers behind why this happens), a fall color outlok, the many fishing closures in place, creekside hot spring pools, and more.

The Katherine Massey Book Club @ The C.O.W.S. hosts Session 4 on The Memoirs of Robert & Mabel Williams: African American Freedom, Armed Resistance, & International Solidarity. Moving forward from last week's analysis of his early military environment, we continue digging directly into the primary-source reality of Chapter 22. Recap & Deconstruction of Military Incarceration & Surveillance: Last week, we were struck by Williams' strategic request to obtain his own Military Intelligence Records, uncovering the vast, extensive surveillance grid white power state actors deployed against him for years. We interrogated Williams' visceral commentary during his time in the stockade military prison, where he documented that captured German Nazi POWs were granted superior treatment, diet, and freedoms compared to Black American troops. Upon a thorough counter-racist investigation, we deconstructed the psychological warfare of this environment, noting how Black troops pathologically internalized Nazi POWs leaving behind a few loose cigarettes as proof of their German "friends." We apply counter-racist logic to show how the system engineered this stark caste contrast to humiliate Black soldiers and maintain White Domination even within military confinement. The California Disillusionment & Broken Promises: Furthermore, we investigate Robert's detailed accounts of his sincere optimism and hopes for structural advancement when he was shipped to California. Williams expected to finally secure a pathway to journalism training and professional elevation within the Marines. Instead, he was abruptly and systematically stripped of all promotional opportunities. We break down the absolute malice of these military gatekeepers, analyzing how the white power structure intentionally dangled progress to extract Black labor, only to enforce a rigid racial ceiling to prevent non-white autonomy and literacy. Call-In Number: 720.716.7300 Code: 564943#

The Katherine Massey Book Club @ The C.O.W.S. hosts Session 4 on The Memoirs of Robert & Mabel Williams: African American Freedom, Armed Resistance, & International Solidarity. Moving forward from last week's analysis of his early military environment, we continue digging directly into the primary-source reality of Chapter 22. Recap & Deconstruction of Military Incarceration & Surveillance: Last week, we were struck by Williams' strategic request to obtain his own Military Intelligence Records, uncovering the vast, extensive surveillance grid white power state actors deployed against him for years. We interrogated Williams' visceral commentary during his time in the stockade military prison, where he documented that captured German Nazi POWs were granted superior treatment, diet, and freedoms compared to Black American troops. Upon a thorough counter-racist investigation, we deconstructed the psychological warfare of this environment, noting how Black troops pathologically internalized Nazi POWs leaving behind a few loose cigarettes as proof of their German "friends." We apply counter-racist logic to show how the system engineered this stark caste contrast to humiliate Black soldiers and maintain White Domination even within military confinement. The California Disillusionment & Broken Promises: Furthermore, we investigate Robert's detailed accounts of his sincere optimism and hopes for structural advancement when he was shipped to California. Williams expected to finally secure a pathway to journalism training and professional elevation within the Marines. Instead, he was abruptly and systematically stripped of all promotional opportunities. We break down the Racist malice of these military gatekeepers, analyzing how the White power structure intentionally dangled progress to extract Black labor, only to enforce a rigid racial ceiling to prevent non-white autonomy and literacy. Call-In Number: 720.716.7300 Code: 564943#

The Katherine Massey Book Club @ The C.O.W.S. hosts Session 4 on The Memoirs of Robert & Mabel Williams: African American Freedom, Armed Resistance, & International Solidarity. Moving forward from last week's analysis of his early military environment, we continue digging directly into the primary-source reality of Chapter 22. Recap & Deconstruction of Military Incarceration & Surveillance: Last week, we were struck by Williams' strategic request to obtain his own Military Intelligence Records, uncovering the vast, extensive surveillance grid white power state actors deployed against him for years. We interrogated Williams' visceral commentary during his time in the stockade military prison, where he documented that captured German Nazi POWs were granted superior treatment, diet, and freedoms compared to Black American troops. Upon a thorough counter-racist investigation, we deconstructed the psychological warfare of this environment, noting how Black troops pathologically internalized Nazi POWs leaving behind a few loose cigarettes as proof of their German "friends." We apply counter-racist logic to show how the system engineered this stark caste contrast to humiliate Black soldiers and maintain White Domination even within military confinement. The California Disillusionment & Broken Promises: Furthermore, we investigate Robert's detailed accounts of his sincere optimism and hopes for structural advancement when he was shipped to California. Williams expected to finally secure a pathway to journalism training and professional elevation within the Marines. Instead, he was abruptly and systematically stripped of all promotional opportunities. We break down the Racist malice of these military gatekeepers, analyzing how the White power structure intentionally dangled progress to extract Black labor, only to enforce a rigid racial ceiling to prevent non-white autonomy and literacy. Call-In Number: 720.716.7300 Code: 564943#

There has been interest and renewal of contemplative practice amongst the Christian church in recent decades. Rather than just a comfortable solace in a busy world, there is an urgency in such practices that seek transformed and transforming ways to be and to live in a time of such complexity and rapid change. What habits and practices might enable us to relate truthfully to ourselves and to the world, attending deeply to that which is most real? Contemplative church, centred on silence and listening, places the greater emphasis not on knowing about God but being known by God, on letting go rather than possessing. The Rev’d Dr Sarah Bachelard rejoins the podcast to explore how contemplation can suffuse all of our life and worship. She is the founding Director of Benedictus Contemplative Church, a theologian and teacher with the World Community for Christian Meditation and author of several books, including her latest book, Pools of Grace: The Gift and Call of Contemplative Church.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most families walk into a Disney trip thinking it is all parks, all day. Then they get there and realize the resort pool is where a big piece of the magic actually happens. This week Chip is back with me, and we are ranking our top 9 Walt Disney World resort pools. We each ranked our own top ten, swapped lists, and found out we agreed on almost everything. After one friendly disagreement, we trimmed it down to a top nine (sorry, Old Key West). From there we count all the way up, from the Big Blue Pool at Art of Animation to the pool that lands at number one. Along the way we talk slides, zero entry, theming, crowds, and price, because the best pool for your family is not always the fanciest one. We also get into which pools work best for little kids, where the crowds hit hardest, and when a value resort pool can quietly beat a deluxe one. I explain why Animal Kingdom Lodge is almost always the cheapest deluxe resort and tends to hold the biggest discounts, and why your room request there can make or break the whole stay. Chip shares the strange story behind our number one pool, which started out closer to a ten foot deep aquarium than a place to swim. We also get honest about the resorts everyone hypes up that quietly missed our list, and why the price of a room has to be part of how you judge a pool. And near the end, we break down why the most beautiful pool on property still could not reach the top two, and we tease a brand new resort pool that could shake up this entire ranking in a couple of years. Chapters 02:00  How we built the list (and why Old Key West got cut) 03:11  Number 9 06:23  Number 8 10:15  Number 7 13:18  Number 6 18:00  Number 5 21:04  Number 4 25:11  Number 3 29:15  Number 2 37:45  Number 1 Support and Connect

This week! A whole bunch of Baltimore topix including little Donnie at the Dollar Tree, Fells Point on lock, Poop in the Pools and more! JOIN OUR DISCORD discord.gg/ntcQjmWJZW

In this week's Monday Market Data Report, Mark Lumpkin breaks down the short-term rental market in College Station, Texas—home of Texas A&M University and one of the country's most seasonal STR markets.Football weekends, graduation, and major sporting events create huge demand, making pricing strategy just as important as the property itself.In this episode, Mark covers:* Revenue potential by bedroom count* Why 4 and 5-bedroom homes outperform the rest* The unique seasonality of a college-town STR market* Which amenities help properties stand outThe data shows:• 1–2 Bedrooms → ~$35K/year average• 3 Bedrooms → ~$41K/year average• 4 Bedrooms → ~$53K/year average• 5+ Bedrooms → ~$70K/year averageAmenity penetration:* Fire Pits → 42%* Game Rooms → 16%* Pools → 9%* Pool Tables → 8%* Hot Tubs → 8%* Pickleball Courts → 2.5%* Mini Golf → 3%* Movie Theaters → 4%The takeaway?In College Station, your biggest advantage isn't just amenities—it's owning the right-sized property and maximizing revenue during peak football and graduation weekends.Subscribe for new Market Data Reports every Monday and expert guest interviews every Friday.

Text: 1 Kings chapter 4-8 Supplemental Text: The Fourth Thousand Years chapter 9 BYU Lecture 32:  Solomon now wants to construct a temple as was instructed by his father David and from the Lord. He reaches out to Hiram, King of Lebanon, who built David's palace and humbly asks for his help. Hiram responds marvelously and promises to gift Solomon all the lumber and craftsmen needed for the job. Solomon need only provide manpower and food. Solomon sends 30,000 to Lebanon to help with the cutting of lumber and 150,000 to haul and hew the massive stone material. The location of the temple was on the peak of Mount Moriah and was therefore required to build huge walls on the 3 descending sides and cut out the mountain on the inclining side. Large rocks were used to fill the empty space until the 35 acre area, called Temple Square, could be leveled and smoothed for the temple building itself. This massive endeavor took 3 years to complete. Also constructed were giant cisterns to hold millions of gallons of water required for use in the sacrifices. These cisterns were carved out of the mountain rock and were supplied with water from aqueducts constructed, beginning at Solomon's Pools about 10 miles away. The temple itself was now ready for construction. The general plan was identical to the ancient Tabernacle except that it was twice as long (90 feet), twice as wide (30 feet) and three times as high (45 feet). The entire construction was done by pre-fabrication and then quietly and reverently put into place so as to maintain the sacredness of the grounds. The temple had 2 courtyards, an inner courtyard for the sacrifices and an outer courtyard for all to enter and worship. It took nearly 8 years to complete the temple construction, after which the Ark of the Covenant and Tabernacle of Moses were brought from their locations into the temple. After 7 days of sanctification, King Solomon held a Solemn Assembly and dedicated this magnificent new temple to the Lord.  

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Send us Fan MailJoin Lauren Broom and co-anchor Rob Stewart for the July 20, 2026 episode of Let's Talk About Pools Live! This episode covers a variety of important topics from across the pool industry, including the still-open Pool Nation Awards nominations, Natalie Hood of The Grit Game and her Learn to Swim initiative, options for vacation and sick-route fill-ins, selling pool service routes, phosphate issues in pools, and much more. Tune in for industry insights, helpful conversations, and plenty of pool talk!Link to Natalie Hood's Learn to Swim Initiative: https://givebutter.com/she-swims-so-they-can-mbrkldStrategic Podcast Sponsor:  Pool Brain

Good morning Dragon Tamers!This week, Jet & Taco go over the 1st week of the world championships pools! The duo also break down their favorite picks on who will make it to the elimination round. We can't wait for y'all to give this episode a listen!Come join hosts JetForceGemini & RevivingOphelia as they dive headfirst into storylines between all divisions of the Battle Frontier. What storylines will be woven, and who will emerge as the top teams? Tune in to find out!Consider joining us on discord:https://discord.gg/EwCPezjQKN⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EntertheDragonairDen⁠⁠Music by Zame: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZameJack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In the summer of 1936, New York City opened 11 large outdoor swimming pools across the city that each could hold upwards of 1,000 bathers. It was the height of the New Deal with ambitious public works projects being carried out across the country. FDR's administration provided the resources and here in New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia got the job done. Ninety years later, these pools still serve NYC's working class well and are being celebrated by the Mamdani administration.

In our first segment, we speak to State Senator Kristen Gonzalez who is a former tech worker, a democratic socialist, the youngest member of the New York State Senate and she chairs its Internet and Technology Committee. Since first being elected in 2022, she has championed legislation to rein in the excesses of Big Tech companies. In June, she played a key role in shepherding data center moratorium legislation through the Senate and was present when Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order last week for a one-year data center moratorium, the first of its kind in the United States. In this interview, we discussed the moratorium and the many questions it raises. In our second segment we speak to longtime Indy contributor, Theodore Hamm about NYC's Public Pools. In the summer of 1936, New York City opened 11 large outdoor swimming pools across the city that each could hold upwards of 1,000 bathers. It was the height of the New Deal with ambitious public works projects being carried out across the country. FDR's administration provided the resources and here in New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia got the job done. Ninety years later, these pools still serve NYC's working class well and are being celebrated by the Mamdani administration.

Episode 310 Pool Nation Podcast What does it take to build a pool company that lasts nearly six decades? In this episode of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar De Jesus is joined by Ryan Morson from Hayward along with Ken and Sandy Barthman of Dunrite Pools, a second-generation family business that has been building swimming pools on Long Island for over 58 years. From starting in the business as a teenager to now constructing more than 125 pools every year, Ken and Sandy share what it takes to build a lasting reputation, work together as husband and wife, and prepare the next generation to carry the company forward. The conversation dives deep into the unique challenges of vinyl liner pools, high water table construction, dewatering systems, custom liner measurements, heat pumps, customer service, online reviews, company culture, and why reputation remains the most valuable asset any pool company can have. Whether you're a pool builder, service professional, business owner, or simply passionate about the swimming pool industry, this episode is packed with practical lessons on leadership, craftsmanship, family business, and building a legacy that lasts. In This Episode You'll Learn • How Dunrite Pools has remained successful for over 58 years • What it's really like running a pool company as husband and wife • Building approximately 125 vinyl liner pools each year • How dewatering works in high water table construction • Why accurate liner measurements are critical • Heat pumps vs. gas heaters in northern markets • Preparing your business for multi-generational leadership • Managing customer expectations and protecting your online reputation • Why family businesses continue to thrive in the pool industry • The importance of building trust one customer at a time Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Meet Ken & Sandy Barthman of Dunrite Pools 05:45 Pool construction on Long Island 08:45 Hayward's "Power of Us" initiative 10:00 How Ken & Sandy met and built a life together 15:00 The history of DunritePools 18:00 Dewatering explained 23:00 Building 125 vinyl liner pools every year 26:00 Heat pumps vs. gas heaters 30:00 Custom vinyl liner measurements 33:00 The complete vinyl liner installation process 40:00 Running a family business together 43:00 Building a multi-generation company 47:00 Protecting your reputation through customer service 49:00 Life outside the pool industry 52:00 Final thoughts and legacy Thank You to Our Sponsors A huge thank you to our visionary partners for helping us educate and elevate the swimming pool industry: • SPPA • BluRay XL • AquaStar Pool Products • Natural Chemistry • Raypak • Heritage Pool Supply • Hayward Pool Products • Poolside Tech • Pool Brain • Nidec / US Motors • OnCore Filtration • Encore Brands Your continued support allows us to provide free education to pool professionals across the industry. Subscribe If you enjoyed this episode: ✔ Subscribe to Pool Nation ✔ Leave us a 5-star review ✔ Share this episode with another pool professional ✔ Join thousands of pool pros who are committed to mastering the business and perfecting the craft.

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Schifffahrt, Pools, Gärten, Landwirtschaft und Springbrunnen: Die anhaltende Dürre führt zu zahlreichen Einschränkungen. Wie stellen Sie sich darauf ein? Was muss sich ändern? Diskussion mit Dietrich Borchardt von der TU Dresden und Anja Backhaus Von WDR 5.

What is the most important project in Bitcoin? It isn't BIP 110 or some shiny new payment protocol. We actually have a massive security vulnerability sitting at the base layer: Bitcoin mining isn't really mining anymore. Right now, we have millions of hashers but barely a handful of real miners deciding what transactions make it into a block. And that means a few centralized pool operators could easily censor the network. In this Take, I explain why the critical distinction between a hasher and a miner matters. But more importantly, I outline how newer protocols are finally fixing a decade-long mistake. Chapters (00:00:00) - The most important project (00:00:29) - Hashers vs miners (00:01:35) - Pools choose transactions (00:03:06) - The few pools who can censor (00:04:21) - Nodes and block templates (00:06:15) - Holding your own keys (00:06:55) - Datum and Stratum V2 (00:08:50) - The single giant pool risk (00:11:31) - Spam, Slipstream, BIP110 (00:13:22) - Ocean, DMND, and what's next Affiliate Links Become sovereign, hold your keys, be censorship resistant with the Bitbox hardware wallet. Get 5% off everything in the store with code GUY (Link: https://bitbox.swiss/guy/) Get 10% off the best Bitcoin board game in the world, HODLUP! Or any of the other great games from The Free Market Kids! Use code GUY10 at checkout for 10% off your cart! (Link: https://www.freemarketkids.com/collections/games-1) Host Links ⁠Guy on Nostr ⁠(Link: http://tinyurl.com/2xc96ney) ⁠Guy on X ⁠(Link: https://twitter.com/theguyswann) Guy on Instagram (Link: https://www.instagram.com/theguyswann) Guy on TikTok (Link: https://www.tiktok.com/@theguyswann) Guy's Takes on YouTube (Link: https://www.youtube.com/@GuysTake) Guy Swann on YouTube (Link: https://www.youtube.com/@theguyswann) ⁠Bitcoin Audible on X⁠ (Link: https://twitter.com/BitcoinAudible) The Guy Swann Network Broadcast Room on Keet (Link: https://tinyurl.com/3na6v839) References from the episode Bitcoin StackExchange #1: https://tinyurl.com/279wnyjg D-CentralTech: https://tinyurl.com/284e3gdh Stratum v2: https://tinyurl.com/26wn5kps Pavlenex's X post: https://tinyurl.com/23w828ac LNhance: https://tinyurl.com/2c9k4ogm DMND: https://tinyurl.com/2yfurts9 BitcoinTalk: https://tinyurl.com/234qlqgb Bitcoin StackExchange #2: https://tinyurl.com/279wnyjg Mempool.space: https://tinyurl.com/245ahvdq Minoa.com: https://tinyurl.com/24qmfn4d The Defiant: https://tinyurl.com/28vsgv7z

Welcome to The Other Side of Midnight, the ultimate late-night gathering for insomniacs, deep thinkers, and "midnight misfits". Hosted by the delightfully unpredictable and brilliantly weird Walter Sterling, this eclectic show is a chaotic, deeply honest, and wildly entertaining mix of news, nostalgia, and the unexplained. Tune in as Walter tackles an impossible variety of topics—from Gen Z dating and salary trends to pop culture reviews of Love Island and Netflix's Off-Campus. But keep your dial locked, because the conversation routinely takes a sharp turn into the bizarre, exploring wild theories about the lost, giant-built civilization of Tartaria, Nikola Tesla's suppressed free "ether" energy, and government UFO drops involving green orbs over nuclear facilities. Whether you're a long-haul trucker calling in from a luxury sleeper cab, a history buff wondering why ancient church bells were destroyed, or just someone who wants to hear an insane story about a rooftop NYPD pool, this show guarantees a wild ride. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Monday Market Data Report, Mark Lumpkin breaks down the short-term rental market in St. Louis, Missouri—and the data reveals one of the biggest opportunities we've seen all year.With more than 25 million annual visitors, growing STR occupancy, and an incredibly under-amenitized market, St. Louis may be the perfect place to build a true "super property."In this episode, Mark covers:Revenue potential by bedroom countWhy 4, 5, and 7-bedroom homes see the biggest revenue jumpsThe current STR regulations and market trendsThe amenities your competitors have—and more importantly, the ones they don'tThe numbers are shocking:• Game Rooms → Less than 7% of listings• Playgrounds → Less than 7%• Pickleball Courts → 2%• Mini Golf → 1.5%• Pools, Hot Tubs, Saunas, Fire Pits & Home Gyms → Less than 1%The takeaway?Most St. Louis Airbnbs have almost no amenities. That means investors willing to build something unique have an opportunity to create a true one-of-one property with very little competition.Subscribe for new Market Data Reports every Monday and expert guest interviews every Friday.

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In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week. In this episode your hosts discuss; Winnipeg's Senior Citizen Bank Robber The Woman Filmed Sleeping While Driving a Tesla on the Trans Canada Highway The North Bay Moose Who Fell in Two Pools Victoria's Kissing Tree Series Links Keep Canada Weird Series: https://www.thecanadiangothic.com/keep-canada-weird Send a voice memo: www.thecanadiangothic.com/contact Join the Keep Canada Weird Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepcanadaweird Provide feedback and comments on the episode: thecanadiangothic.com/contact Subscribe to the show: thecanadiangothic.com/subscribe Contact: Website: https://www.thecanadiangothic.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCanadianGothic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecanadiangothic/ Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/thecanadiangothic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week. In this episode your hosts discuss; Winnipeg's Senior Citizen Bank Robber The Woman Filmed Sleeping While Driving a Tesla on the Trans Canada Highway The North Bay Moose Who Fell in Two Pools Victoria's Kissing Tree Series Links Keep Canada Weird Series: https://www.thecanadiangothic.com/keep-canada-weird Send a voice memo: www.thecanadiangothic.com/contact Join the Keep Canada Weird Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepcanadaweird Provide feedback and comments on the episode: thecanadiangothic.com/contact Subscribe to the show: thecanadiangothic.com/subscribe Contact: Website: https://www.thecanadiangothic.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCanadianGothic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecanadiangothic/ Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/thecanadiangothic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brendan is on the couch this week with comedian Laura Sogar! They chat about Laura's near Olympics opportunity, stand-up and improv roots, and how hard it is to drown.  FOLLOW LAURA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurasogar/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laura.sogar/ Don't Tell Set: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ow7RZzO5jDc JOIN THE PATREON FOR BONUS EPS EVERY WEEK: patreon.com/sagdaddydapod WATCH BRENDAN'S SPECIAL "THIN LIPS": https://youtu.be/HpA3u7ZctsY SUBSCRIBE TO THE POD ON YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BrendanSagalow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Who do you want to see on the show next? Got topic ideas? Email us at sagdaddydapod@gmail.com. FOLLOW BRENDAN: Tickets: https://punchup.live/brendansagalow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendansagalow X: https://x.com/BrendanSagalow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brendansagalow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brendansagalow4 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrendanSagalow FOLLOW NICOLE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleclyons/ Produced by Nicole Lyons Productions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolelyonsproductions/ Website: www.nicolelyonsproductions.com Credits: Theme Song: Brendan Sagalow and Linds Cadwell Show Art: Doctor Photograph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Summary In this episode of All Things Wildfire, OP sits down with Steve Slepcevic of Strategic Response Partners to talk about the reality of private wildfire response, home hardening, evacuation planning, and why relying on fire departments alone is not enough during major wildfire events. Steve explains that during large wind-driven fires, municipal fire departments can quickly become overwhelmed, hydrants can run dry, and access can become restricted. The conversation highlights why prevention, preparation, and layered defense matter: home hardening, vegetation management, fire retardant pre-treatment, pool-based fire pump systems, air scrubbers, evacuation planning, digital documentation, and professional strike teams all work together to reduce risk. A major theme of the episode is that homeowners should not wait until the fire is already coming. By then, access may be blocked, evacuation routes may be overwhelmed, and response resources may already be assigned elsewhere. The episode also covers the insurance side of wildfire loss, including the limits and frustrations many homeowners face with the California FAIR Plan, especially around smoke, ash, and cleaning coverage. The key takeaway: wildfire resilience is not one product, one service, or one last-minute decision. It is a full 360-degree plan that needs to be built before disaster strikes. Key Highlights 1. Fire departments are not built for thousands of homes burning at once Steve explains that local fire departments are effective for everyday structure fires, but catastrophic wildfire conditions can overwhelm water supply, staffing, apparatus, and access. 2. Pools can become a critical emergency water source The episode discusses using a homeowner's pool as a 25,000–30,000 gallon water source when hydrants fail, but only if the right commercial-grade, maintained pump system is already in place. 3. DIY fire pumps can create a false sense of security Steve warns that many consumer-grade pumps are not built for extended wildfire conditions. If a pump fails during the critical moment, the homeowner or firefighters may be put in danger. 4. Staying behind can increase home survivability, but it can be deadly OP and Steve discuss the hard truth: homes often have a better chance when someone is there to address spot fires, but hurricane-force winds, ember storms, smoke, blocked exits, and poor visibility can make staying extremely dangerous. 5. Evacuation should happen before the chaos begins Steve emphasizes getting family out early, especially when wind patterns suggest the fire could move toward the area. Waiting for a mandatory order can put people into traffic jams, smoke, and blocked roads. 6. True wildfire defense is layered The strongest strategy combines home hardening, vegetation management, ember-resistant vents, fire retardant pre-treatment, defensible space, pumps, hose layouts, air scrubbers, and professional response teams. 7. Pre-treatment buys firefighters time Fire retardant and defensible space reduce heat exposure and create buffer zones, helping private firefighters safely protect the property when the fire front arrives. 8. Credentialed access matters Steve explains that professional teams need proper firefighter credentials, communication with incident command, and strong reputations to access restricted zones during active incidents. 9. Your neighbor's house can become your biggest threat The episode highlights the danger of radiant heat, especially in neighborhoods where homes are only 10–20 feet apart. Even if your property is prepared, nearby structure fires can break windows and ignite your home. 10. Documentation matters before a loss OP shares how Matterport scans, photos, and videos can help homeowners prove finishes, contents, and property condition after a wildfire loss. 11. FAIR Plan coverage can be a major issue The episode discusses frustrations around the California FAIR Plan, including limited coverage, lack of cleaning/deodorization support, slow response, and gaps many homeowners do not discover until after a fire. 12. The best time to prepare is before the call for help Steve makes it clear that private fire response cannot be arranged at the last second. Teams, pumps, plans, and access need to be established before a wildfire threatens the property.  

Episode 308 Pool Nation Podcast - What does it take to grow from a few referrals into a company with 50 employees, three locations, hundreds of service accounts, retail stores, remodels, and new construction? In this special Hayward Spotlight episode of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar De Jesus is joined by Ryan Morson from Hayward and special guests Kyle and Stephanie Burns, owners of Emerald Custom Pools and Emerald Pool Care in Fort Worth, Texas. Kyle shares how his career as a firefighter shaped the way he plans for the future, manages risk, builds systems, and prepares his company for challenges before they happen. Stephanie explains how disciplined financial management, detailed job costing, and accountability have helped them build a profitable business while raising four children together. This conversation is packed with practical advice for pool builders, service companies, retailers, and anyone looking to build a stronger business in the swimming pool industry. In this episode you'll learn: • How Emerald Custom Pools grew from a home-based startup into a multi-division company. • Why forecasting and preparation create a competitive advantage. • The lessons learned from the Texas freeze and how planning paid off. • Why service, remodels and retail are becoming the future of the industry. • How to successfully run a family business as husband and wife. • The importance of hiring for character instead of experience. • Why company culture and training outperform talent alone. • The future of pool automation, affordable pool ownership, and industry growth. • How Emerald's Safe2Swim nonprofit is helping prevent childhood drownings. Whether you're a pool builder, service professional, retailer, business owner, or industry leader, this episode is filled with real-world strategies you can immediately apply to your business. Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & Meet Kyle and Stephanie Burns 02:00 – Emerald Custom Pools' incredible growth story 05:45 – Pool Nation Awards, Women's Summit & Hayward Training Hub announcements 10:00 – From firefighter to pool company owner 16:45 – Building multiple divisions and scaling a business 21:00 – Lessons learned from the Texas freeze and preparing for the unexpected 26:30 – Launching the service division and investing in training 28:00 – The future of pool construction and affordable pool ownership 31:00 – Sponsor Break 36:00 – Hayward's "Power of Us" initiative 41:30 – Running a successful husband-and-wife business 44:00 – Job costing, profitability and accountability 47:00 – Leadership lessons from managing family in business 49:00 – Creating a wellness-focused retail experience 52:00 – Why remodels are the future of the pool industry 54:30 – Sponsor Break 59:30 – Safe2Swim Foundation and drowning prevention 1:03:00 – Advice for entrepreneurs entering the pool industry 1:06:00 – Final thoughts A huge thank you to our incredible Pool Nation partners for making this episode possible: The SPPA • BluRay XL • AquaStar Pool Products • Natural Chemistry • Raypak • Heritage Pool Supply Group • Hayward Pool Products • EnCore Brands • Poolside Tech • Pool Brain • Nidec / US Motors • OnCore Filtration Because of your continued commitment to education, innovation, and supporting pool professionals, we're able to continue delivering conversations that help elevate the swimming pool industry. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another pool professional. Every share helps us continue our mission of improving the financial well-being of pool pros through education. Pool Nation — Master the Business. Perfect the Craft.

This week, we talk reflecting pools, hydration breaks, and hot dudes with Emmy Blotnick, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Gianmarco Soresi. Plus, Pavement's Stephen Malkmus joins us to answer three questions about construction zones.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff    LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Brian Fitzsimmons — a kid who dug a hole at 12, became the #1 koi importer in America, survived a fire that should have ended him, and now sells $300K fish to the likes of Jake Paul.   Brian reveals the mindset shift that took him from cleaning ponds to scaling a multimillion-dollar operation, why a single koi can go from $100 to $10,000 as it grows, and why the backyard swim pond is quietly making the swimming pool obsolete.   This is what it looks like when someone goes all in on the thing everyone else ignored — and gets filthy rich doing it.    

In episode 2070, Jack and Miles are joined by musician, poet, activist, MC, and host of Hood Politics, Jason Petty AKA Propaganda, to discuss… Marco Rubio Doesn’t Know What Sleeping Is Or What A Proper Fitting Shoe Is, Trump Turns Reflecting Pool Scandal Into Skyscraper Dick-Measuring Contest, 60 Minutes With… Joe Rogan? And more! Trump: I just had this done. holds up chart comparing reflecting pool to buildings 'Our pool is bigger than skyscrapers': Amid war, Trump touts Washington projects Reflecting Pool Contract Has ‘Inflated’ Profit Margin, Government Analysis Finds Trump drives across Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to inspect blue coating he's adding Trump’s reflecting pool spruce-up fails to charm preservationists Nothing Explains Trump’s Washington Quite Like the Reflecting Pool Scandal CBS News says Joe Rogan is not in consideration to replace Anderson Cooper on '60 Minutes' The Doomsday Clock Ticking at Bari Weiss’s Broken ‘60 Minutes’ Bari Weiss Reportedly Considering Hiring Joe Rogan at CBS Amid Anderson Cooper’s ’60 Minutes’ Exit Andy Rooney Not In Tune With Billboard 200 Artists Andy Rooney Comments On Kurt Cobains Death 1994 CBS News Suspends Rooney for Remarks About Blacks : Race relations: The commentator is quoted by The Advocate, a gay magazine, but he denies making the statements. LISTEN: reckless and arranged - day 56 by Ethan FrenchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.